THE LEGEND OF BARANGAY SAN CLEMENTE
Capitan Minti was born on April 8, 1869 to Agustin Udarbe and Martina Ulibas. Even as a child, young Clemente showed signs of leadership. He was often chosen by his playmates to lead them in their games of San Pedro and Lipay.
Young Clemente obtained his early education from the parochial school of Padre Vasquez. Then he continued his studies at the famous Seminario de Vigan and later on at the Ateneo de Manila. When he returned to his hometown, he was appointed Juez de Paz, a position which he held for several years without fear.
When the Philippine Revolution broke out he joined the revolutionists. He became a friend of General Tinio and was appointed as treasurer of the Katipuneros in this sector and at the same time Delegado de Rentas. After the revolution he was elected Vice President of the late Don Vicente Tolentino. When Capitan Vicente died he automatically became the president for the unserved period of six months. He ran for presidency the next election and was elected for a term of four years. It was during his term that his unselfish love for his town and people was shown. He initiated the construction of the town hall or presidencia. Another one among his projects was the first class intermediate building north of Vigan made of stone on February 28, 1906. It is the Magsingal South Central School.
Capitan Minti was married to Doña Marciana Jurado a beautiful mestiza that gave him seven children who became professionals.He died of rheumatism at the age of …
To give honor for his numerous contributions in the progress of his community, the Barangay was named after him, San Clemente.
Agrimat Magsingal 